Resources We have compiled a list of links that will give you more detailed information on a variety of topics.
Doulas DONA (Doulas of North America) "An international association of doulas who are trained to provide the highest quality emotional, physical and educational support to women and their families during childbirth and postpartum. " CAPPA (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association) An international organization founded in 1998 to provide professional membership and training to doulas, childbirth educators and lactation educators. NAPCS (The National Association of Postpartum Care Services) "Founded in 1988, is an association of national and international professionals concerned with practical responsibilities and personal needs of families during the post-delivery period."
Pregnancy and Birth
BirthSource.com A wealth of information about pregnancy and birth BirthStories.com If you love to read about other women's births, this is the site for you! Sponsored by iParenting.com you'll find several thousand stories to keep you occupied until you have your own story to share. Childbirth.org Lots of articles and links Childbirth Connection
About.com Pregnancy & Birth A great site with loads of information and links to topics related to pregnancy and birth.
Cesarean Birth & VBAC
StorkNet.com Their collection of links and articles related specifically to Cesarean and VBAC birth
VBAC.com - Cesarean and VBAC information.
International Cesarean Awareness Network - Providing VBAC and cesarean information, education, support and advocy.
Breastfeeding La Leche League International Articles, FAQs, online chats, and an index of La Leche League groups. Infant and Child Care Parenting.com A great resource for new parents. Be sure to check Dr. Sears' section - there are message boards with hundreds of questions and answers from the experts. AmericanBaby.com Information on several topics including baby care.
Premature Babies Preemie-L.org Resources for new parents of premature babies Multiples National Organization of Mothers of Twins Not just for twins, but for all multiple births, this website features educational materials, support, and resources for parents of multiples. Postpartum ParentsPlace.com A page dedicated to issues surrounding the postpartum period including physical and emotional recovery from birth, losing weight, sex, contraception, and taking care of yourself. Postpartum Depression Resources: An excellent source of information on websites and support groups dealing with postpartum depression.
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